The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have launched a significant operation along Lebanon’s Litani River and Wadi Saluki, targeting Hezbollah strongholds in the region. This strategic advancement, led by the IDF’s 91st Division, marks a pivotal moment in the escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. The operation has involved multiple elite units working in tandem to dismantle Hezbollah’s military infrastructure.
The offensive, focused on the eastern sector of southern Lebanon, has resulted in the seizure of hundreds of weapons and the destruction of dozens of bunkers and rocket launchers. The operation in Wadi Saluki, a key area for Hezbollah’s logistics and rocket-launching activities, underscores Israel’s commitment to disrupting the group’s capabilities. Alongside this, the IDF’s Alexandroni Brigade, the 769th “Hiram” Regional Brigade, the Golani Brigade’s reconnaissance unit, and the Shaldag Unit of the Israeli Air Force coordinated strikes on Hezbollah’s weapons caches and rocket launch sites along the Litani River.
The presence of IDF Northern Command chief Maj. Gen. Ori Gordin on the ground highlights the strategic importance of these operations. Gordin emphasized the necessity of neutralizing threats within a 4 to 10-kilometer range from Israel’s border, reinforcing the message of security and deterrence. The operations involved intense engagements with Hezbollah fighters, showcasing the IDF’s precision and tactical superiority.
This escalation comes amid ongoing regional tensions and underscores the fragile security situation along the Israeli-Lebanese border. Analysts suggest that the IDF’s movements aim not only to neutralize immediate threats but also to send a clear message to Hezbollah and its allies. The strategic gains from these operations could significantly alter the balance of power in southern Lebanon, with both parties closely monitoring each other’s actions in the days ahead.
